Ashton, ID

Set in eastern Idaho with sweeping views of the Teton Range, Ashton is a scenic agricultural town of fewer than a thousand residents. Originally founded in the early 1900s along the railroad, it has evolved into a welcoming gateway for travelers heading toward Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. For anyone thinking about relocating, the town offers a slow, comfortable pace of life defined by big skies, quiet residential streets, and easy access to some of the West’s best wild country.

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Farming is central to daily life, with the surrounding valley known for growing a significant portion of the country's seed potatoes. Life outdoors is a major draw, whether you are fly fishing on the famous Henrys Fork, hiking the Ashton-to-Tetonia Trail along the old rail corridor, or attending the historic winter dog sled races. With local schools located right in town and a strong neighborly spirit, Ashton gives you small-town simplicity right at the edge of the mountains.